Effect of urea-extracted sericin on melanogenesis: potential applications in post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation

Abstract Background Hyperpigmentation disorders such as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation are major concerns not only in light-skinned people but also in Asian populations with darker skin. The anti-tyrosinase and immunomodulatory effects of sericin have been known for decades. However, the therap...

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Main Authors: Pornanong Aramwit, Natthanej Luplertlop, Tapanee Kanjanapruthipong, Sumate Ampawong
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-11-01
Series:Biological Research
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40659-018-0204-5